➀ NASA has developed new probes to measure shock waves produced by its X-59 supersonic aircraft; ➁ The probes are designed to capture precise pressure data during supersonic flight; ➂ The research aims to refine supersonic flight models to reduce noise and improve accuracy.

➀ The APECS pilot line marks a significant step in strengthening Europe's semiconductor manufacturing and chiplet innovation. ➁ It aims to enhance technological resilience, cross-border collaboration, and global competitiveness. ➂ The line will provide advanced technology access to industry players, SMEs, and startups, establishing a strong foundation for European semiconductor supply chains. ➃ APECS focuses on bridging research with innovative developments in heterogeneous integration and advanced packaging.

➀ The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) is organizing a mission to Korea for semiconductor researchers and organizations. The visit aims to identify collaborative research and innovation opportunities between the UK and Korea. ➁ The program will include visits to Korean semiconductor organizations, networking with stakeholders, and workshops with experts. ➂ The DSIT invites applications from stakeholders interested in semiconductor research, particularly in areas like heterogeneous integration and advanced packaging, wide band gap materials, future telecommunication, and advanced smart network technologies.

➀ The Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) is developing the first integrated fuel cycle for stellarators in collaboration with scientific and industrial partners. ➁ The project, SyrVBreTT, aims to address the challenges of fuel handling in fusion reactors. ➂ It involves the development of technical components for both the inner and outer fuel cycles, including pumps, storage beds, and pellet injection systems, with a focus on realistic validation through simulations and experiments.

➀ Researchers from Jilin University in China have developed a self-healing, stretchable lithium-ion battery designed for wearables and flexible electronics. The battery is capable of healing itself after being cut and can stretch up to 220% of its original length. ➁ The technology uses dynamic covalent polymers and imine bonds for electrolyte and electrode binding, ensuring both stretchability and self-healing properties. ➂ The batteries have been tested successfully with an average discharge capacity of 126.4mAh/g⁻¹ and the potential for application in smart textiles and medical devices.

➀ The Technische Universität Ilmenau launches the 'Ilmenau School of Green Electronics' to develop climate-neutral information technology; ➁ The project is funded by the Carl-Zeiss-Stiftung with nearly 5.2 million euros over four years; ➂ The initiative focuses on energy-efficient computing and bio-inspired microelectronics, aiming to reduce the environmental impact of IT hardware.

➀ Researchers at KIT are developing high-speed, energy-efficient transceivers using hybrid materials to address AI's growing data demands; ➁ The project, funded by a €14 million ERC Synergy Grant, aims to enhance AI speed and efficiency; ➂ The research could transform fields like AI, quantum technologies, and medical engineering.

➀ A contemporary of Shockley, Bardeen, and Brattain at Bell Labs was intrigued by the transistor invention and took some home to experiment with. He believed that pairing two low-gain transistors would create a device with higher current gain, expecting the gain to double from five to ten. However, he discovered an unexpected gain of 25. The discovery is named after him. ➁ The story illustrates the value of tinkering and unexpected results in scientific research. ➂ It serves as a moral lesson that experimentation can lead to significant discoveries.

➀ Researchers at European XFEL and DESY have developed high-power attosecond X-ray pulses at megahertz repetition rates; ➁ These X-rays offer unprecedented insights into ultrafast atomic-scale dynamics; ➂ The innovation will benefit fields such as materials science, molecular biology, and quantum physics.

➀ The German Research Foundation (DFG) has approved a new special research area at the Bergische Universität Wuppertal, led by Prof. Dr. Birgit Jacob, to study the fundamentals of a new approach in mathematical modeling. ➁ The research focuses on 'Port-Hamiltonian Systems', a new paradigm for powerful mathematical modeling of dynamic systems. ➂ The project aims to develop a solid mathematical theory for the fundamental processes of Port-Hamiltonian systems, enabling a better understanding and prediction of complex systems.

➀ The Freiwillige Feuerwehr Niederwerrn, Institute for Energy and High Voltage Technology (IEHT), and the Faculty of Electrical Engineering at the Technical University of Würzburg-Schweinfurt (THWS) conducted a joint experiment to test the distance rules for fire department operations near electrical equipment. ➁ An experiment was set up on a secured parking lot with a high-voltage wire under 70 kilovolts, simulating a 110 kV overhead power line. ➂ The experiment demonstrated that the fire department's distance rules can be considered safe for a distance of ten meters from the wire at this voltage.

➀ The Daimler and Benz Foundation will once again award the Bertha-Benz Prize, recognizing a young engineer for an outstanding dissertation. The prize, worth 15,000 euros, is open to female engineers who have contributed to social value with their dissertation results.➁ The nomination deadline is Saturday, March 1, 2025.➂ The foundation aims to support women in engineering disciplines and their career development.

➀ A research project at the Universities of Jena and Karlsruhe (KIT) and the Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) will receive €14 million from the ERC for six years of interdisciplinary research on combining electronics and photonics. ➁ The goal is to overcome the bottleneck of the electro-optical modulator to significantly increase data transmission speed. ➂ The project will involve optimizing and miniaturizing electro-optical components and incorporating new non-linear optical materials into photonic integrated circuits (PICs).

➀ Alex Bronstein, known for groundbreaking innovations, starts his professorship at the Institute of Science and Technology Austria (ISTA) with a focus on Machine Learning in biowissenschaften. ➁ Bronstein has a background in both academic research at the Technion, Israel, and industry at Intel, where he developed 3D sensing technology. ➂ He aims to expand the boundaries of machine learning for applications in biowissenschaften and contribute to strategic directions in structural and cell biology, as well as single-cell analyses.

➀ The 'Microtec Academy' is established to address the growing demand for skilled workers in microelectronics and microsystem technology. ➁ The project is coordinated by the Ferdinand-Braun-Institut (FBH) and is part of the 'skills4chips' initiative, which aims to strengthen Germany's position in microelectronics. ➂ The project focuses on providing tailored training programs and new digital solutions to support flexible learning and attract skilled workers.

➀ Professor Martin Braun will become the new director of the Fraunhofer Institute for Energy Economics and Energy System Technology IEE in Kassel on November 1, 2024; ➁ The IEE focuses on developing solutions for secure, affordable, and efficient renewable energy supply; ➂ Braun has contributed significantly to the IEE since 2005 and has been recognized for his scientific contributions.

➀ Prof. Martin Braun will take over the leadership of Fraunhofer IEE in Kassel on November 1, 2024. He is also a professor at the University of Kassel. ➁ Fraunhofer IEE focuses on research and development of sustainable electrical energy systems and energy system technology. ➂ Since 1988, the institute has been developing solutions to advance the energy transition and digitalization in the energy sector.

➀ The FORSocialRobots research project, led by Prof. Dr. Jörg Franke, aims to enhance the social skills of robots for efficient human-robot interaction in various applications. ➁ The project focuses on scenarios such as logistics, production, service, elderly care, and dementia centers. ➂ Challenges include natural communication, understanding human emotions, and adapting to diverse environments.